OPMobility Secures Contract for Hydrogen-Powered Trains in Italy
Key Ideas
- OPMobility has been awarded a significant contract by Stadler to supply high-pressure hydrogen storage and fuel cell systems for hydrogen-powered regional trains in Italy.
- The company will initially equip 15 trains with these systems, with plans to expand deliveries in the future, highlighting the sustainability and efficiency of hydrogen trains in decarbonizing rail transport.
- Laurent Favre, CEO of OPMobility, underlined the importance of collaboration in advancing hydrogen solutions in rail mobility and supporting the energy transition.
- The contract reinforces OPMobility's position as a key player in the field of hydrogen mobility, showcasing the potential of hydrogen technology in the transportation sector.
OPMobility has secured a significant contract from Stadler to provide high-pressure hydrogen storage systems and 150-kW fuel cell systems for hydrogen-powered regional trains in Italy. The company will deliver 350-bar hydrogen storage systems capable of storing 185 kg of hydrogen, along with fuel cell systems to generate electricity for the trains' motors. Initially outfitting 15 trains, OPMobility plans to expand its delivery numbers in the future. The hydrogen-powered trains are favored for their long range and quick refueling times, offering a sustainable solution for decarbonizing rail transport in Italy. Laurent Favre, the CEO of OPMobility, highlighted the importance of collaboration, particularly with Stadler, in driving forward hydrogen solutions in rail mobility and contributing to the energy transition. This contract further solidifies OPMobility's leading position in the hydrogen mobility sector, showcasing the company's commitment to advancing environmentally friendly transportation solutions in Italy.